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Rheumatoid arthritis and diet are more closely connected than you might expect. RA is caused by uncontrolled inflammation in the body, which damages the cartilage between your joints. But certain foods are known to be anti-inflammatory, meaning they can help soothe or prevent inflammation. And on the other end of the spectrum are foods that cause inflammation. Focusing on healthy, whole foods eating, in general, can have a positive impact on your RA symptoms. Following a low-fat, low-sugar diet with a variety of fruits and vegetables will help quiet down the inflammation Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can strike anyone at any age. RA is different from osteoarthritis, which is the natural wearing down of joints over time. RA occurs when your own immune system attacks your joints. The underlying cause is unknown. But the result is painful swelling, stiffness, and inflammation. Foods that fight inflammation throughout your body may reduce this pain and swelling. In a 2017 survey of 217 people with longstanding RA, 24 percent reported that foods had an impact on their RA symptoms, either positively or negatively. A change in diet is one way people with RA are choosing to support their health. Eating certain foods may help you manage your RA symptoms along with medical treatments like over-the-counter painkillers, anti-inflammatory medications, and immune-suppressing therapies. Here's a quick guide of foods to eat, foods to avoid, and RECIPES that may contribute to a healthy life with RA.

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